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Book cover image of The Bridesmaid Guide by Kate Chynoweth

Authors: Kate Chynoweth, Neryl Walker
ISBN-13: 9780811833004, ISBN-10: 0811833003
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Chronicle Books LLC
Date Published: November 2002
Edition: (Non-applicable)

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Author Biography: Kate Chynoweth

Kate Chynoweth is a Seattle-based editor and writer.

Neryl Walker s work is featured in numerous magazines and books. She lives in New York.

Book Synopsis

They don t call them maids for nothing. Being a fabulous bridesmaid calls for much more than throwing on the dress and throwing back a few drinks. Enter The Bridesmaid Guide a hip and informative book on being the best best woman a woman can be. With good humor and plenty of tips, author Kate Chynoweth covers everything the bridesmaids and maid of honor need to know. Whether the dilemma is how to throw a perfectly pitched bridal shower, wear the bridesmaid s dress with panache, wow the crowd with a speech, or support the bride on her big day, here are solutions a-plenty. This illustrated guide is the perfect sourcebook for a girl s best friend.

Table of Contents

Introduction10
Being Fabulous1
The Golden Rules13
The Nuts and Bolts15
The Bridesmaid's Official Duties15
Top Ways to Form a Team with the Bridesmaids19
Long-Distance Bridesmaids and Other Common Dilemmas20
RSVP Etiquette24
The List of Ultimate No-Nos25
Creativity Rules (What Can You Do for the Bride Besides Throw Parties?)26
Quiz: What Kind of Bridesmaid Are You?29
Your Budget32
The Big Picture32
Budget Worksheet37
Ten Signs the Bride Is Taking Her Bridal Magazines Too Seriously38
The Palm Pilot40
An Appointments Checklist40
Your Dress42
Survival Strategies42
Choosing a Dress43
The Better Bust Bra Chart45
AstroBride47

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